Fertilization Applicator Technician - Lawn Care

Air Comfort, Inc; Chicopee (MA); On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in landscaping is seeking an Experienced Fertilization Technician to join their dynamic team. This role requires a valid pesticide license and offers a competitive hourly wage based on experience. The technician will be responsible for the application of fertilizers and insecticides, ensuring high-quality lawn care. With a strong emphasis on teamwork and leadership, this position provides opportunities for professional growth and advancement in a supportive environment. If you are passionate about landscaping and ready to take on new challenges, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Health Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Company Reimbursement for Licensing

Opportunities for Advancement

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid MA Pesticide Applicator’s License.
• 1-3 years of experience in commercial lawn care required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain records for all fert/spray accounts.
• Mix chemicals to correct ratios and keep equipment organized.
• Report on the overall appearance of customer's property.

Skills

Pesticide Application

Commercial Lawn Care

Leadership Skills

Detail-Oriented

Team Player

Knowledge of Insecticides

Knowledge of Fertilizers

Knowledge of Fungicides

Physical Stamina

Multi-tasking

Education

Valid MA Pesticide Applicator’s License

Valid Driver’s License

Job description

Mountain View Landscapes, a premier landscape company since 1976, prides ourselves on providing a welcoming and inclusive work environment where employees can grow both personally and professionally. If you are looking for a fulfilling career in a supportive and dynamic environment, we would love to hear from you! Our company offers competitive weekly pay, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for advancement, making us a standout choice in the landscaping industry.

We have an opening for an Experienced Fertilization Technician, who must possess an unexpired pesticide license. The Fertilization Technician will have excellent experience in all aspects of commercial lawn care, and knowledge of insecticides, fertilizers, and fungicides. Additional skills in mowing, plantings, pruning, trimming, etc., are a plus! Candidates should possess strong leadership skills, be energetic, detail-oriented, and a team player. The role requires ensuring efficient and high-quality execution of turf and landscape care.

$1,000 Signing Bonus with a minimum of 1-3 years previous experience in the application of pesticides on turf.

Fertilization Technician Requirements

• Required - Valid, Unexpired MA Pesticide Applicator’s License. CT Applicator's a plus.
• Required - Valid Driver’s License with a clean driving record for a minimum of the past 3 years and reliable transportation.
• Required - Must be able to pass a pre-employment physical and drug screen, including Marijuana to obtain DOT Medical Certification.
• 1-3 years of commercial lawn care experience.
• Knowledge of insecticides, fertilizers, fungicides, and the ability to apply them at the properly calibrated rate. Willing to train the right candidate with a pesticide license.
• Ability to diagnose insects and disease in turf and landscape.
• The physical ability to lift 75-100 pounds frequently and work outdoors in various climate elements.
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment, accept new challenges, multi-task, and prioritize.

Fertilization Technician Responsibilities:

• Keep track of records for all fert/spray accounts.
• Able to properly mix chemicals to correct ratios.
• Keep all application equipment clean, maintained, and organized.
• Keep all customer records in an organized and orderly fashion.
• Stay up on the current inventory of material and be able to project when additional material will be needed.
• Report to supervisor on the overall appearance of customer's property.
• Winter work which may include but is not limited to snowplowing, salting, shoveling, and working in the shop.

Compensation

Hourly Rates are experience-based:

Crew Member/Leader - $25.00 - $35.00

Benefits

• Steady Full-Time Work during the Landscape Season
• Competitive Pay
• Health Insurance
• Short-and Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Paid vacation and sick/personal time
• Paid Holidays
• Company Reimbursement for job-related Licensing and Training
• Opportunities for advancement within the company

Over the last 49 years, Mountain View Landscapes has offered exceptional landscape maintenance and construction services throughout Massachusetts and Connecticut. Read about us, our history, and our culture at www.mountainviewinc.com.

Mountain View Landscapes is proud to be a Drug-Free Workplace and Equal Opportunity Employer and values the strength diversity brings to the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, veteran, or military status, being a member of the Reserves or National Guard or any other characteristic protected by law.